concert20:00Maija Vilkkumaa showcases her new album Karaoke-queen on an intense club tour. The evening opens with Saarisalo.
concert19:00Rock band Viikate celebrates 30 years with a concert blending new and classic songs, rare performances, and audience requests. A standing event at Tavara-asema in Tampere.
concertFinnish rock band Happoradio performs in Oulu.
concert19:00Jarkko Martikainen tours with a new trio formation featuring Petri Tiainen and percussionist Janne Mathlin. The setlist draws from his solo albums and songs from the band YUP.
concert20:00Finnish metal band Assemble The Chariots plays at On The Rocks in Helsinki. Their debut album "Unyielding Night" earned praise from metal publications worldwide.
concert20:00Electronic synthesizer band Aavikko from Siilinjärvi takes the stage at G Livelab. Retrofuturistic music for dancing, with O Samuli A opening the show.
concert20:30Finnish pop-rock band Neljä Ruusua performs at Apollo Turku. Door ticket 40 euros if tickets are available.
concert19:00Swedish metal band Amaranthe performs in Lahti.
concert19:00Finnish melodic death metal band Insomnium plays Satama Arena in Kotka. The first tour date featuring new material performed live, with special guest Kaunis Kuolematon and Last Call Disaster opening the show.
concert19:00Rats Will Feast and Estonian band Kannabinoid perform at Kuudes Linja. A blend of Scandinavian hardcore and metal-doom.
concert18:00Finnish glam-gothic rock band The 69 Eyes takes the stage in Keurusselä, performing their biggest hits from over two decades of music.
festivalMetalli Mössö 2026 is a metal festival in Lahti featuring artists including Amaranthe, Battle Beast and TAM1NAT. The event offers VIP areas with dining and special services.
festival16:00Vapaalaskuilta - Second Coming is an event for snow and mountain skiing enthusiasts at Pörssitalo featuring lectures, films, equipment expo and live music. Evening proceeds go to charity.
concert19:00Jenni Vartiainen performs in Mikkeli as part of her Vedenalaista concert hall tour. The concert starts at 7 p.m. with a multi-instrumental live ensemble performing arrangements of her most popular songs. Show&dinner tickets including dinner at Restaurant Mikaeli are also available.
concert18:00Bettina Sågbom meets Benny Törnroos at Vuotalo in the Maestro & Bettina evening. Henrik Wikström on piano. Club night with A-category rights.
concert20:00The legendary manserock band Alwari Tuohitorvi returns in its revisited line-up. The programme features 1970s hits with original member Seppo Tammilehto and experienced musicians from Tampere.
concert18:00The Risto quartet performs two sets at Ääniwalli, featuring music from their latest album and earlier releases.
concert19:00Costi takes the stage at Tullisali in Oulu on 7 November 2026 at 19:00.
concert18:00Kaija Koo performs in Oulu as part of her Tuuleen Piirretyt Vuodet arena tour 2026 - a major live show from one of Finland's best-known pop artists.
concert19:00Timo Tuominen performs Jacques Brel's classic chansons at the National Theatre. The programme features both well-known and newly translated songs, accompanied by musicians.
concert20:00Lowhill performs live at 45 Special in Oulu, with the show kicking off at 20:00.
concert21:00Black Devils present a Hurriganes special concert at Suisto club. The band performs the legendary group's biggest hits, rare tracks, and new material.
concert23:30Julma Henri tours Finland with P O L A R I S LIVE 2026 alongside Steen1. After the tour, he takes an indefinite break from performing.
concert19:00Edicti performs at Kulttuuritalo Telakka in Tampere on 7 November 2026, starting at 19:00.
concert18:00Four bands at Tiivistämö: Kissa presents its new album I Hate Music alongside Akne POP Group, Babestation, and Armoton. Doors open at 18:00.
concert19:00Let's Get Doomed showcases three Finnish bands: Astral Sleep's psychedelic doom metal, Lupiinit's post-rock fusion, and Kahtia's poetry-based doom. Vernissa in Tikkurila on 7 November 2026.
concert19:00Pepe & Saimaa bring live music to Logomon's terrace in Turku for a summer evening.
concert20:00Finnish artist Stig performs at Skenesali in Vantaa. Known for his hits "Roy Orbison" and "Puumaa mä metsästän", Stig brings a concert to the Myyrmäki station area.
concert21:00Irina performs at Himos Areena in Jämsä. Tickets should be booked in advance, as only remaining tickets are sold at the door.
concert21:00Cledos performs at Teatro in Turku on 7 November 2026 at 21:00.
concert18:00Finnish rock veterans Popeda perform at Espoon Hybridiarena Hype in Espoo on 7 November 2026.
concert19:30Finnish singer-songwriter Aliisa Syrjä takes the stage at Tampere-talo for an evening concert starting at 19:30.
concert19:00Finnish pop artist Vesala takes the stage at Verkatehdas in Hämeenlinna for a live concert starting at 19:00.
concert19:00American blues singer Sari Schorr performs in Lahti.
concert22:00ELLIMEI takes the stage at Bar Ihku in Turku on 7 November 2026.
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festival12:00An evening for men discussing health, finances and everyday life, featuring speakers Tunna Milonoff, Toni Lähde, Marco Kärkkäinen and Jaakko Kotisaari. Samuli Kakko performs during the intermission, with Timo Kotipelto & Netta Skog closing the evening.
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concert19:00Finnish artist Nelli Matula takes the stage at Kulttuuritalo in Helsinki on 7 November 2026.
concert19:00Pihlaja presents her new album Koviksen kyyneleet at an album release show at Tavastia club. The show features dancers and is powerfully produced.
concert21:00Steve 'n' Seagulls perform live at Taco 4 Wine in Riihimäki. The Finnish bluegrass band is known for their rearrangements of rock and metal classics and tours over 120 times per year.
stand-up18:30Mentalist Pete Poskiparta combines mentalism, magic, and comedy in a performance featuring mind reading and seemingly impossible miracles. Approximately 1.5 hours at Vaasa City Hall.
theater18:00An ultra-romantic puppet show about Angelika, who adventures from pirates to the sun king. A shameless tribute to 1960s entertainment literature.
concert18:00After Midnight Sauna Club pays tribute to blues-rock legend JJ Calen. The programme features beloved hits and rarely heard gems from Calen's long career.
musical18:00A musical about women's life experiences, told with sharp wit and humor. The production grew from a Facebook discussion about menopause and celebrates the power of sharing one's story.
concertCause a Riot, Stinkbird, Blossom Hill, and Nhl95 at Olarin Panimo at 2026-11-07
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Irina performs at Himoksen in Jämsä. Tickets cost 26 euros and the venue is fully accessible.
club21:00A club night at Maanalainen in Tampere, starting at 21:00.
cinema18:00Film screening at Onkiniemi Ateljee in Tampere.
other13:00Illustrator Linda Bondestam leads a hands-on workshop where families build robots and fantastical creatures together.
festival18:30An elk feast with dinner, troubadour performance, and Nightbird music at Restaurant Vesilepis in Leppävirta.
concert21:00Ursus Factory performs at Bar IHKU in Oulu.
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VocalEspoo is a festival celebrating vocal music in all its forms, from classical choral works to contemporary vocal art. Conductor Kaapo Ijas leads the festival as its new artistic director.
festival09:00Puzzle games for all ages at Koivukyla Library during Game Week. The games develop problem-solving skills, logic, and spatial reasoning.
theater18:00Jyväskylä City Theatre presents the play Aino A., which tells the story of architect Aino Aalto's life and creative work alongside Alvar. History, passion and theatrical storytelling intertwine.
exhibition12:00An exhibition presenting two artists named Saara: Saara Pylvänäinen's textiles and paintings alongside Saara Vallineva's visual art and book illustrations, where central Finnish nature and local cultural heritage converge.
festival17:00Lights of Lemmenpolku is an outdoor event in Leppiniemi featuring light sculptures, performances, and environmental art exploring humanity's relationship with nature. A fire-lit path winds through the historically significant area designed by architect Aarne Ervi.
concert18:00Jackrabbit celebrates 35 years with Serpico and Rust n' Rage at a hard rock night in Nakkilan Verstas. Three bands bring 1980s rock energy and classic influences to the stage.
concert18:00Choir Chime and Tiina Korkiainen perform an a cappella concert exploring anger and human emotion. Marking ten years of collaboration, Chime's and Tiina Korkiainen's artistic worlds meet for the first time.
concert18:00ABBA tribute show during Pikkajul in Joensuu. Gimme ABBA! performs ABBA classics in a warm Christmas setting.
concert18:00Irjala brings a live show to Tampere on 7 November 2026, with doors opening at 18:00.
concert18:30Saattohoito79 takes the stage at Kulttuurimeijeri in Mäntsälä on 7 November, starting at 18:30.
concert19:00Unsainted takes the stage at Club Underground.
concert19:30De La Rocka performs at Playhouse Bar in Helsinki.
concert20:00Pop artist Ira and singer Pyry Laakso perform in Forssa. Ira is known for her millions of Spotify streams and The Voice of Finland appearance, Pyry for his viral hits from recent years. Two 60-minute sets.
concert21:00Finnish artist Yona performs at Musta Kynnys in Jyvaskyla, starting at 21:00.
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Helsinki Antiques brings together around 40 dealers offering antiques, vintage items, and design at Wanha Satama.
concert19:15An evening at Factory Halli in Tampere where music and personal stories about life-defining songs take centre stage.
stand-up10:00A stand up workshop for queer people and anyone interested, run by the Qoomikot collective. Four Saturdays in November covering stand up history, joke writing, and material development with professional comedians.
concert19:00Riku Rajamaa & Band play a club night at Puotila Manor featuring their own material and classic songs.
other10:30Illustrator Linda Bondestam leads a hands-on workshop where families build robots and fantastical creatures together.
club20:00Storyville's regular disco night on Saturdays. With an advance ticket, skip the queue if you arrive before 21:00.
theater18:00An improvisation show combining music and theatre, featuring Loud Visual and the group Rinkeli. The performance is in English.
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An anarchist tragicomedy about an institutional janitor's life in a decaying school building. Myllyteater and Helsinki 98's co-production combines object theatre, performance, and dark clown aesthetics.
other19:00Katerina Andreou and Mélissa Guex present SHOUT TWICE, a work where shouting becomes a tool for change. The performance explores the power of emotions, collective resonance, and the fusion of movement, sound, and space.
theater14:00Laukaa Theatre stages Aleksis Kivi's classic The Seven Brothers with over 30 children and young performers. A musical adventure about seven brothers in Jukola.
theater14:00A witty dance performance from Dance Theatre Raatiko where narrative and movement meet in a creative way.
concert22:00Minttu performs at Bar Ihku in Turku on Saturday, 7 November at 22:00.
other10:00Tytyri Elämyskaivos becomes a Halloween adventure from October to November with a themed chamber, surprises, and orienteering for the whole family. The mine's historical and art exhibitions are open as usual.
other11:00Guidad gruvabentyr för barn på Tytyri Upplevelsegruva där man gräver ädelstenar och lär sig om geologi. Passar barn från 4 år och uppåt.
other12:00A guided tour of Tytyri mine that takes you underground to explore the mine's history and miners' lives. The tour lasts one hour and includes admission to all exhibitions.
other13:00English-language guided tour through Tytyri Mine exploring its history, geology, and underground life at nearly 100 metres depth. After the tour, you can freely explore the mine and visit the art exhibition.
festival13:00Learn to repair and reuse your belongings at this practical event in Helsinki.
concert22:00Peltone performs at Pub Dublin in Turku.
lecture11:00A beginner-friendly dry point technique course for both newcomers and experienced artists. Learn the craft from plate preparation to printing at a relaxed pace.
lecture12:00An intensive workshop for performing arts professionals with choreographer Jenni-Elina von Bagh, exploring the body as a space of potential through movement, sound, and bodily perception.
market14:00Pizza Saturday at Valkola village centre every first Saturday of the month. Pizzas are made on site and can be eaten there or ordered for takeaway.
other10:00Ranua Resort Wildlife Park is one of Finland's northernmost zoos, home to Arctic and native Finnish animals in a natural Lapland setting.
other10:30Dance and nature workshops for children aged 5-8 with a caregiver. Play, movement, and forest exploration led by dance artists Jenni Koistinen and Virva Talonen.
other11:00Annantalo Art Saturday offers family art-making in open workshops. In "Under the Waves", you create a piece of blue sea with creatures that becomes part of the shared Spektri artwork.
other11:00A drop-in comic workshop led by children's author and comic artist Anna Härmälä, teaching the basics of comic drawing through panels, shapes, and emotions.
other12:00Board game day featuring a wide selection of games from different genres across multiple game rooms. Feel free to bring your own games.
other13:00Special Art workshop for preschool and primary school children with additional support needs. Children create their own soft owl by filling and painting it. The workshop is led by two art teachers with visual support and sensory aids available.
lecture11:00A beginner-level Finnish reading group for adults. Free to join, and small children are welcome to attend.
lecture12:00Free Mandarin Chinese course for adults at Itäkeskus Library, led by certified teacher Ning Li. Instruction is in Finnish, English, and Mandarin Chinese.
lecture15:00Youth film club for 15-18-year-olds at Malmitalo, where members watch and discuss films together under the guidance of film researcher Aatos Ketvel. Four meetings during autumn, free of charge, registration required.
other14:00Free dance class for children of all ages with an adult. Children play, explore, and improvise through movement under the guidance of experienced instructors.
other17:00Public sauna session at Muurame Haikusauna with access to the beach and bonfire.
lecture14:00Joose Berglund from Stupido discusses Finland's role in Estonian punk during the 1980s and the legendary J.M.K.E single Tere Perestroika.
other11:00A nature hike in the Kauhala Nature Reserve in Espoo, organized by the Foundation for Natural Heritage. Challenging terrain - bring food and weather-appropriate clothing.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
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Oliver Beer's video opera transports viewers to prehistoric caves in southwestern France, where eight singers harness natural acoustics. The exhibition combines sound, video, and paintings created through sound vibrations.
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The Savonlinna Opera Festival presents five classic operas in summer 2026, featuring Lisette Oropesa's debut in the title role of Norma.
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An international classical music festival featuring Finnish orchestras and artists alongside the London Philharmonia Orchestra.
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A classical music festival in Nurmes featuring concerts in various venues, lectures, and workshops throughout the summer.
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An audiovisual concert where Sámi joik meets electronic music, joik, and video art. The concert explores Sámi worldview, colonialism, and environmental consciousness through traditional Sámi goddesses and spiritual themes.
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Finnish pop-rock band Haloo Helsinki! plays at Himokset in Jämsä. The concert starts at 21:00 and runs into the early morning.
sport(4 days)
Finland's EHT Tournament at Veikkaus Arena in Helsinki in November 2026, featuring matches between Finland, Switzerland, Czech Republic, and Sweden.
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Esa Leskinen's historical drama about Finland's struggle to preserve democracy during the Cold War. Urho Kekkonen is the central character, portrayed by Janne Reinikainen and Vesa Vierikko at different ages.
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Juha Hurme directs his own version of Aleksis Kivi's classic Seven Brothers at Jyväskylä City Theatre. In the production, seven young people retreat to the forest to study, while Kivi's original story with its crises and meetings unfolds further.
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Artists and audiences from the Liikkeellä marraskuussa festival gather to discuss art over warm soup. Each session starts at 11.40 and lasts approximately 1.5 hours. Advance registration is required.
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A clown musical about creating art, aging, and mortality, inspired by ancient mythology and performed by two seasoned clowns and a musician.
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Finnish artist Cledos performs live at Taste Day & Night in Porvoo. Show starts at 00:00, tickets from 22 €.
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A stage adaptation of Iida Turpeinen's award-winning novel about extinction and humanity's relationship with nature, told through the skeleton of a Steller's sea cow. The performance explores how Western thought shifted when we realized we could erase entire species from existence.
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Six women compete in a reality-TV theatre show on the National Theatre's main stage. Kristian Smedsin's new production blends anarchist comedy with reality-TV format.
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Two actresses interpret Nobel laureate Imre Kertesz's novel about a lost book, memory, and European history. A psychological thriller exploring the search for a hidden work.
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Martti Suosalo plays the interstellar soldier Starman, who arrives on Earth to intervene in humanity's biodiversity crisis. Raila Leppäkoski's minimalist monologue explores the state of nature and humanity's future.
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Four international artists collaborate on a live collage performance blending choreography, performance art, and theatre. A simultaneously funny, tragic, and absurd experience that challenges traditional artistic forms.
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Ilmajoen Musiikkijuhlat presents a jubilee opera and concerts. Isoviha tells the story of Russia's invasion of Ostrobothnia through family bonds and maternal love.
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A Nordic dance festival with over a hundred events throughout the week, ranging from international guest performances to courses and seminars. GöteborgsOperans Danskompani presents works by leading choreographers.
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Palokka's 26th Culture Days in November 2026 feature exhibitions, concerts, dance performances and other cultural events, mostly at the area library. Most of the programme is free.
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Red Nose Company reimagines Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring through four clowns who dance, dissect the classic, and build a ritual filled with silent comedy.
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A musical drama about Vesa-Matti Loiri's life and career, from his iconic characters to the passion and struggle behind his art.
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Iiris Elena Rusi's exhibition explores the sale of sex and erotic services from the artist's perspective. The show also features other workers in the industry and reflects public attitudes toward the subject.
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Liisa Pentti's choreography for dance and poetry exploring the connection between humanity and Earth. Zone Critique merges Martin Enkell's verse with movement, creating a portrait of the critical zone where life emerges.
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Traditional British folk dancing with live music from Helsinki Cèilidh Band. No experience needed and everyone is welcome.
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A musical where Julia takes control of her own life after Romeo. Written by Emmy-winning screenwriter David West Read and composed by Max Martin, filled with 1990s and 2000s hits.
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Gaming nights for women and girls aged 16-28 at Pelitalo Sture. Play on computers, consoles, and board games with support from youth coordinators.
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Weekly jazz club at Manala bar in central Helsinki featuring a resident trio and guest musicians on Thursday evenings.
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Gaming event for rainbow youth featuring computers, Nintendo Switch, Playstation 5, and VR equipment at Pelitalo Sture.
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A peaceful book club where reading enthusiasts gather to read together in silence. Welcome to bring your own book or borrow one on site.
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Mozart's classic about a tangled love story involving four characters with conflicting desires. A funny and touching opera suitable for ages 12 and up.
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Helsinki City Theatre invites older adults to share life stories and create small theatrical performances together. Drama exercises and conversation are included. No experience needed, and participation is free.
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Community theatre group for older adults exploring theatre, music, and visual art. No experience required and you can join at any time.
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André Wickström marks 30 years as a stand-up comedian with a jubilee show featuring highlights from his career and fresh material.
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Astrid Menasanch Tobieson performs her stand-up comedy at Lilla Teatern. A witty and personal comedy show from a Finnish comedian.
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A comedy about a marriage in crisis when friends send the couple to an elite couples' training camp. Written by Niina Lahtinen and Joonas Nordman, directed by Anna Dahlman.
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Senior taekwondo at Kontula Community Centre develops memory, balance and functional ability through standing-based training. The group is led by taekwondo master Dae Jin Hwang.
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John Ajvide Lindqvist's "De Obehöriga" is performed at Lilla Teatern. A theatrical adaptation of the Swedish author and screenwriter's creation.
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KOM Theatre's autumn premiere examines Western indifference to global political crises. Director Susanna Kuparinen presents a fact-based farce and satire where news invades the home.
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Guided tour of the Musiikkitalo concert organ with 124 stops. Discover the instrument's diverse sounds and special features with an organist and guide.
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Dario Fo's Mysterio Buffo is a series of physical monologues where ordinary people take on power and authority. Actor Pyry Äikää performs four of Fo's stories at KOM-teatteri from September through November.
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Krzysztof Pastorin's choreography for Dracula returns to the repertoire. Bram Stoker's classic tale of a Transylvanian count comes to life in a ballet set to music by Wojciech Kilar.
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The Naantali Music Festival is an international chamber music festival held in historic churches and other concert venues. The festival presents leading Finnish and international musicians.
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Urkuyö and Aaria is one of Finland's oldest classical music festivals, held on Thursday evenings throughout the summer in Espoo. In 2026, the festival marks its 40th anniversary under the artistic direction of opera singer Tuomas Katajala.
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Taidekeskus Salmela is one of Finland's largest cultural events, showcasing contemporary art exhibitions and concerts. Open daily throughout summer 2026.
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Vekara-Varkaus is a children's festival with diverse art forms, hobbies, adventures and workshops for kids of all ages.
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Iitti Music Festival is a chamber music festival centred on a wooden cross church over 300 years old. The highlights include a piano concert and a midnight concert.
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Film festival in Sodankylä featuring international and Finnish directors under the midnight sun.
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Free film screenings for families with babies at Pasila Library, with a baby-friendly environment featuring dimmed lighting, lower sound levels, and freedom of movement.
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The Sommelo Folk Music Festival in Kuhmo showcases traditional and oral music through both classical and contemporary interpretations, from rune singing to modern artistic expression.
+ 1105 more long-running events — see the calendar.
